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So everybody, it's October 1st, and that means it's the very first day in public media's history

that NPR and its member stations will operate without federal funding. It's a historic moment and one that

has me reflecting on the incredible honor it is to bring you reporting from an organization that is

and has been for its entire existence free of corporate influence. Unlike so many other media groups, NPR has for the past 50 years

remained profit-free, meaning our journalism is not beholden to stakeholders or business interests.

Our independence means you and I get to talk freely and openly about what's going on in the world.

And we've been able to do that because of your support. That's why we've endured, not because

of federal funding, but because of you. And on this historic day, I want to promise you that

we will continue to bring you those unfiltered conversations.

Because we belong to you. Not to corporations or politicians. We belong to the people.

Thank you all so much from the bottom of my heart. Now, let's get into it.

Thank you. Now, let's get into it. On this historic day, it's fitting because I want to introduce you to another group of media producers, teen podcasters.

Just like how you might tune into this very show multiple times a week, well, there's a whole

ecosystem of podcasts for teenagers, five teenagers.

Want kid cuisine and fast food reviews?

There's MD Foodie Boys.

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